Job Description

Your Job:
Take over the management of the successful “Membrane Polymer Synthesis” team in the “Electrocatalytic Interfacial Engineering” department at the renowned HI ERN. Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Simon Thiele, our department researches and develops a wide range of topics related to polymer synthesis along the entire process chain. We focus in particular on membrane technology. Our exciting issues include research into and development of PFAS-free, chemically stable cation and anion exchange polymers and membranes for use in water electrolysis and fuel cells. Your versatile tasks in detail:

Coordinate and lead an interdisciplinary team of six talented PhD students in the fields of chemistry and engineering.
Take over the project management for exciting externally funded projects and contribute your innovative ideas.
Successfully acquire externally funded projects to further advance our research.
Represent HI ERN at inspiring project meetings and international conferences to expand our network and consolidate our position as a pioneer in electrolysis and LOHC technology.

Your Profile:
You have an excellent master’s degree and have already successfully completed a PhD in chemistry, you can also provide evidence of a first postdoc phase.
With your profound expertise in polymer synthesis, you are ideally equipped for this complex position.
Your experience in supervising PhD students and postdocs has developed your leadership skills and your motivation to nurture enthusiastic talent.
Additional experience in the fields of electrochemistry is an advantage.
You have already successfully acquired external funding, published peer-reviewed research papers, and presented at international conferences.
Your intrinsic motivation, initiative, creativity, and ability to work independently make you an asset to our team.
Your excellent cooperation and communication skills as well as your ability to work in a team complete your profile.
Excellent written and spoken English skills are essential for international cooperation.